Kong is a Stern Pinball game designed by Keith Elwin, officially titled 'King Kong Myth of Terror Island.' The Premium and Limited Edition models were first publicly revealed at Pinball at the Zoo in April 2025. The game has received mixed reception regarding art quality consistency across variants and accessory design choices, with the LE criticized for insufficient differentiation from the Premium version. Kong appears to be a moderately successful recent release that has become a reference point in the pinball community for design comparisons and tournament play.
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Kong pinball game met expectations but failed to generate excitement or surprise players
Kong uses Spike 2 platform, not Spike 3
Kong's spider mechanism lacks failsafe if it breaks during play, unlike Jurassic Park's T-Rex design
Kong code is still incomplete; NYC mode implementation ongoing at stream date
Referenced as gameplay comparison; Don asks if one of Yukon Yeti's shots will feel like Kong's punch-back target shot mechanic
Pinball machine featuring two-ball multiball mechanic
Recent Stern pinball machine noted for wild/difficult layout
Recent Stern release, considered good but unsurprising, reference for Star Wars expectations
Stern Pinball's upcoming game (King Kong rumored); reveal event April 17th in Chicago
Stern game; Neil McRae brought Premium version to Pinfest; received code updates
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Kong has superior gameplay flow and pacing compared to recent Stern releases
Kong will have first public appearance at Pinball at the Zoo event
Kong's color scheme and center artwork are derived from unreleased Data East 1990 King Kong game
Kong contains voice callouts and mechanics not found in other pinball machines
Stern release designed by Keith Elwin; slower location rollout than recent Stern releases; accessible game framework mentioned
Stern's King Kong pinball machine; described as strong release with 11+ units on show floor; Pro/Premium/LE tiers discussed
Stern Pinball's King Kong: Myth of Terror Island released in 2025, featuring prominent upper playfield mini-game area and drop target mechanics
Recent pinball release with substantial rule depth and mode complexity; praised for code quality
Referenced as comparison point for Pro game quality; streamer notes superior metal construction and smoother Pro experience; capture device borrowed from Kong for Star Wars setup
Stern Pinball, Keith Elwin design; 'all but confirmed' for summer 2025; no visual teases yet; Don pre-ordered premium and started MOD work.
Stern Pinball's upcoming game; expected to launch within 5-7 days of this podcast recording
Stern Pinball (Donkey Kong); Don ordering Premium Edition for custom build at arcade bar; will be customized and delivered to 1UP Lounge
Pinball machine cited as positive example of shipping with fully functioning code
Pinball game referenced in context of solo high-score chasing and Grand Champion (GC) gameplay
Recent premium pinball game (King Kong) identified by host as one of four 'stellar' recent games; Neil McRae owns Kong LA model
Pinball machine in Gonzo's collection; has biplane ramp similar to Tron; candidate for streaming with daughter
Discussed as layout with 'bonkers' but effective shooter design; receiving ongoing code updates; tournament players were playing Elwin games including Kong at Expo
Stern Pinball title; media day/hands-on coming; Don planning to see at Stern Thursday after Barrels embargo lifts
Stern's unlicensed original IP pinball game; unlicensed to avoid licensing difficulties; excellent playfield design by Keith (Elwin); early-stage code with early game modes still in development
Anticipated Keith Elwin-designed Stern game; expected price increase; speakers considering waiting for this vs. D&D
Stern Pinball 2025 release; praised for shooting mechanics and playfield design but limited appeal due to theme; subject of quality control issues (arm falling off)
Pinball machine mentioned casually in discussion
Stern Pinball machine being demonstrated; theme involves King Kong; features custom voice callouts and axe mechanics
Stern Pinball release that experienced sales disruption following Jack Danger's Harry Potter announcement at TPF
Game Kyle managed to play at Expo (~15 feet from his booth); represents minimal personal play time during event
Pinball machine with a topper produced by The Electric Playground
Referenced as competitor game; Dan's strong play threatens to overtake Kong in standings
Game referenced as having similar player behavior from previous tournament rounds
Modern game now at the club mentioned alongside Evil Dead and other machines
Referenced in comparison of skill shot clarity and design execution
Implied to be in Hardy's current home collection; subject of potential replacement by Dune or Harry Potter
Stern title with topper accessory that collectors skipped; part of pattern of expensive accessory releases
Source of three-bank drop target design element adopted in Winchester; street-level playfield trend reference
Recent Stern Pinball release with substantive teaser trailer compared to Star Wars
Previous Stern media day event attended by hosts; subject to 144% tariff; had Insider Connected disabled at media day
Stern game referenced in art quality discussions; hosts note inconsistent art across variants; mentioned as comparison point for playfield complexity
King Kong Myth of Terror Island; newly revealed Stern game with Premium model shown; designed by Keith Elwin; first public appearance at Pinball at the Zoo
Stern Pinball game; LE criticized as lacking differentiation from Premium model
Recent Stern release with improved media day structure compared to D&D. Subject of Colin's hands-on experience and content creation.
Upcoming game mentioned as potential catalyst for secondary market movement as collectors trade away older machines
Spike III title by Stern; expected $600 price increase ($13,600 LE); Keith Elwin designer connection; theme strength debated
Pinball game owned by reviewer, ranked below Godzilla in enjoyment.